Description
Quick recipe for preparing Brussels sprouts by sauteing them until tender-crisp.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts and remove any loose outer leaves. Cut the sprouts in half lengthwise.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the halved Brussels sprouts to the skillet, cut side down. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes without stirring until the cut sides are browned.
- Stir the sprouts and continue cooking for another 5 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
- Add the minced garlic, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute more until the garlic is fragrant.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving.
- If you prefer softer sprouts, cover the skillet for the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sauteing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: sauteed brussels sprouts, easy vegetable side, garlic brussels sprouts, quick saute